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Israel intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza, causing protests worldwide on 2 Oct 2025. The flotilla had people from 44 countries, including the US, UK, Malaysia, and Turkiye. Many governments condemned Israel’s actions. Turkiye called it terrorism and said it violated international law. Malaysia demanded the release of its citizens. Colombia expelled Israeli diplomats and canceled a trade deal. Italy planned a general strike to support Gaza. Greece and Belgium urged Israel to protect the flotilla and respect international law. The UN special rapporteur criticized Western governments for inaction. Protests took place in cities like Istanbul, Rome, and Berlin. The incident raised concerns about aid reaching Gaza and the safety of activists involved. (Updated 2 Oct 2025, 12:03 IST; source: link)